For gardeners, April showers bring May flowers. For high school seniors, the bloom may already be off the rose. The joy of getting college acceptance letters often quickly fades as the reality of comparing colleges and determining “the one” comes into focus. A great college fit means finding the best collective academic, social, and financial match. But what happens if …
Left on the Table: The Saga of Unclaimed Pell Grant and Scholarship Money
Consider the tried-and-true axiom for the lottery: “You need to be in it to win it”. Well, when it comes to applying for federal financial aid, nearly two million high school students annually are deciding not to play the game whatsoever, a decision that is costing almost half of them the chance for some much-needed assistance in the form of …
Help Me Understand Financial Aid
Paying for college can be overwhelming. Knowing the options and identifying sources of money for your family to pay the college bill is half the battle and there’s no time like the new year to get a handle on the details, especially with financial aid season on the horizon. For most families, the options to pay for college boil down …
Saving for Higher Education is Better than Borrowing
There is no magic, one-size fits all way to pay for college. The trick is finding what works best for your family. Most families use a combination of savings, financial aid, and current income to pay the college bill. Current income is helpful to reduce total college borrowing but is often limited because there are so many other needs for …
Career Prep: Internships
Internships are essential for college students and recent grads joining a competitive job market. They offer training, professional development, and valuable networking to expand career opportunities. Students are highly encouraged to do at least one internship before they graduate to strengthen their resumes and set themselves apart from their peers. An internship provides you with a structured learning experience in …
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